Girl Dinner or Full Component Eating?
Girl Dinner” is a trendy, low-maintenance snack plate meal, but frequent reliance can lead to poor nutrition. Balance meals with protein, fiber, veggies, and fats.
Category: Nutrition
All About Antioxidants
Learn how these vital compounds protect your cells from damage, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and promote overall health.
Beat the Heat by Staying Hydrated
As temperatures mount up this summer, it is essential to stay hydrated. Here is a guide on how to replenish your body with the fluids that are lost. Hydration needs vary from person to person. They are also affected by the environment such as heat, humidity, and activity levels. Benefits of Hydration Measures of Dehydration […]
Macronutrient Highlight: Carbohydrates
Let’s dive into the world of carbohydrates (CHO), the primary source of energy for our bodies and the main source of fuel for the brain as it doesn’t store glucose like other organs or muscles do. Interestingly, our brain accounts for 2% of body weight but consumes about 20% of glucose-derived energy! During digestion carbohydrates […]
Macronutrient Highlight: Protein
Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, muscles, and enzymes while they also play a role in growth, repair, and maintenance of the body. Including diverse proteins sources in your diet ensures optimal health and supports immune functions while also contributing to feelings of fullness and weight management. Amino acids (AA) are the building blocks […]
Macronutrient Series: Fat
Do you ever find yourself still hungry after a meal? Did you include a healthy fat source? Fats are one of the three macronutrients. They are calorically more dense, providing 9 kcal per gram compared to the other two macronutrients, protein and carbohydrate, which each provide 4 kcals per gram. Fats can help us feel […]
Cholesterol Education
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that’s found in all the cells in your body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest foods. Your liver makes all the cholesterol you need. The remainder of the cholesterol in your body comes from foods derived […]
Holiday Weight Gain
IS HOLIDAY WEIGHT GAIN INEVITABLE? Many believe that it is… Weight gain during the holiday season is a concern among many individuals and is often considered unavoidable. The short period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s gives us much to celebrate. Holiday parties, gatherings, and the food accompanying them are in no short supply. Many tend […]
Ignite Your Healthy Household: Weekly Wellness Challenges!
Are you ready to create a healthy haven for yourself and your loved ones? Good health begins at home, and by implementing healthy habits, you can inspire your family to join you on this journey. Get ready for the Healthy Households Challenge, where each week brings a new opportunity to embrace wellness. Let’s dive into […]
Holidaze… Holidays are here!
Ohh the holiday season! Marked from Thanksgiving to December 31, a time of year filled with beautiful lights, gorgeous decorations, amazing food, and many get-togethers. Social events and parties can also bring up undesirable habits. There are temptations everywhere, events and travel interfere with daily activities, and it all continues for weeks. If you are […]
